Connect external resources (Third Party e-Content) to your Brightspace course
The instructions below can be used for any “External Learning Tools” approved for use in Brightspace. Some vendors require additional set up after the tool is added to the site. Additional instructions for various vendors are listed below.
- In the Brightspace course you are working on, click on the Content navigation tool.
- Create a New Module by clicking Add a Module and enter
the name of the module.
- Click the Existing Activities button.
- Choose the desired tool from the list.
At this point your external tool is now included in the Content section of your course. Please complete any additional set up instructions provided by the vendor.
Vendor information with additional details
Choose the Course Materials (BNC Course Materials) link from the Insert and External Learning Tool list.
No additional set up is required.
After copying course content to a new section or term, sync is initiated with a click on the BNC Course Material link within a course associated to the upcoming term. In order to pull course and roster information for each new term, please be sure to click on the Course Material link in a course in the upcoming term to initiate the new term sync.
Integration Date = May 19, 2025
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Scroll down & choose Cengage (LTI 1.3) Content.
- A new window pops up will appear. Choose one of the three options:
- Add Homework Platform
- Add Cengage Infuse
- Add eBook
After choosing an option above, you may be prompted to login to Cengage.
We highly recommend your Cengage email address/account matches your UIndy Email address. This will efficiently synchronize content between the two systems
Once you’re logged into Cengage, choose your content to begin the integration process
- MindTap Training Resources
- Integrate an Existing MindTap Course with Brightspace
- Link to MindTap Activities and Resources
Instructors should contact Cengage support at 1-866-267-4986
A support specialist can assist you with details integrating their e-product.
Integration Date = July 22, 2021
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Scroll down & choose EdPuzzle.
Instructor & Student Help Center
Documentation, Videos, & Training
Integration Date = December 22, 2022
Integration Date = January 19, 2022
CodonLearning
Instructors: CodonLearning Support (LTI 1.3)
Integration Date = August 15, 2025
Chem101 (Sunset Fall 2024)
Integration Date = July 22, 2021
Sunset Date = Fall 2024
The Inspark team highly recommends instructors fill out the following form prior to taking the next steps: Teach with Inspark Form
To add Inspark (Argos Education) content to your Brightspace course:
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Choose the External Learning Tools option.
- On the new window, choose Argos Education (LTI 1.3)
- You'll be transferred to Inspark's website where you'll choose the small Start box.
- Once here, this brief video (3:34)will help you complete your Inspark/Argos content connection to your Brightspace course.
Inspark was formerly known as Smart Sparrow
Integration Date = May 9, 2022
Integration Date = July 14, 2021
McGraw Hill Connect:
- Documentation, Resources & Contacts
- Connect Support - Documentation Resources and Contacts
- Instructor & Student Support (Tools & Best Practices)
Pair your McGraw Hill Connect content with Brightspace (video 4:02)
Integration Date = July 01, 2021
Upgraded to LTI 1.3 = July 21, 2022
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Click the External Learning Tools option.
- Choose the McGraw Hill SIMnet link.
New to SIMnet? Watch these videos to get started. (Instructor)
- SIMnet Instructor Support
- SIMnet Student Support
- McGraw-Hill's SIMnet CXG Support: (800) 331-5094
SIMnet Instructor Guides & Best Practices
Integration Date = March 30, 2021
Instructors: OpenStax Support (LTI 1.3)
Integration Date = September 2, 2025
Respondus Technical Support & Resources
Instructor Resources:
- Instructor Quick Start Guide
- Instructor Overview Video (2:54)
- Learn How to Prepare for an Exam (1:59)
- Sign up for a Webinar
- Respondus LockDown Browser Resources
- Schedule Training - [email protected]
Student Resources:
Still need help? Submit a Ticket
Integration Date = May 26, 2021
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Click External Learning Tools.
- Scroll down, click SmartEvals - Course Evaluation.
Integration Date = March 8, 2023
Connect your Basic Launch
- Create a Module/Unit
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Click External Learning Tools.
- Scroll down, click Stukent Link - Basic Launch.
Connect your Content Deep Link
- Create a Module/Unit
- Choose the Existing Activities drop down option (top center).
- Choose Stukent Content - Deep Linking
Integration Date = October 9, 2025
W.W. Norton-Inquizitive Support Request
Integration Date = August 18, 2021
Integration Date = April 4, 2022
Upgraded to LTI 1.3 = July 19, 2022
How to link a zyBooks assignment/section/TOC to your Brightspace Course
Integration Date = September 4, 2024